Brian Kavanagh has been re-appointed by the board as chief executive of Horse Racing Ireland for a period of five years from September 2016. Kavanagh will continue to serve as vice chairman of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities and chairman of the European Mediterranean Horseracing Federation. He will also continue to chair the European Pattern Race Committee.
HRI Chairman Joe Keeling, said, “I am delighted that we have secured Brian's services as CEO of Horse Racing Ireland for a further five years. Brian is one of the leading racing administrators in the world as we see from his leadership role in so many international racing bodies. Brian's wide-ranging knowledge and contacts in the racing and breeding industries, as well as his skills and experience, will be indispensable in dealing with the various challenges and great opportunities which we face in the coming years. Racing and breeding can deliver a significant additional return to the Irish economy and Brian's expertise will play a central role in this.”
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